Maity Maitzen's Bio

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Got this because I liked the idea of a grill/griddle and stove option. Comes with a nice FREE bag. Yes that bag is not the greatest but it does the job. BTUs are fine and the igniter works most of the time. I have owned this for 2 years now and still love it. I really like how the lid and the sides keep the wind away. So far the plastic on the regulator's brass pipe to the fuel bottle and one of the pop rivets broke. Not to worry, Champ Chef warranty department hooked me up right away. They shipped me replacements almost instantly. Yes you do need to clean it at least once a year. I use simple green and dish soap to get rid of all the built up grease. I recommend this stove and would buy it again.

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

I have a small head and initially got XS/S which was too small. That surprised me since I usually use small for helmets! Returned it for a M/L which fits perfectly. The adjustment system takes a sec to get used to. Overall the build quality is excellent, love the lower coverage. Well vented, nice bright orange to make sure you are visible to other traffic participants.

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

This boot is fantastic. It has great buckles with micro and macro adjustments (cuff only), and canting adjustment. My favorite feature is the flex/lean adjustment (up to -12) by replacing the screws in the rear of the cuff with plastic plugs. Top one for -6, both for -12. They have a good power strap. Flex is stiff but with the plugs you can adjust it to your liking. I use them with super aggressive slalom club racers as well as my Kung Fu's and JJ?s. I am really happy with the performance and flex patterns. There is one major problem: THE LINER SUCKS, it?s REALLY cold even with boot warmers you can feel the cold coming in from the outside when skiing. I wanted to give the stock liner a shot, had the ankles molded and was disappointed after using them about 8 times. I don't suffer from bad circulation, my hands and feet are usually very warm. I suggest not even using the stock liner at all. I did, and my toes froze. Do yourself a favor and get an INTUITION liner, it will change the way you feel in your boots forever. I use the medium volume POWERWRAP (powerwrap + is a little higher volume and I recommend it). I am a true 9.5, weigh 185 without gear and use the mondo 26.5 boot. If you must have a tongue, use the Pro Tongue or the Luxury. FYI these liners can be reused in new boots. My current liner has almost 200 days on it and the SX 120 is the third boot they are going in. I remolded them once. They are incredibly warm and once properly fitted super comfortable while maintaining a snug fit. I also suggest the Sole Ed Viesturs Signature Edition Footbed (http://www.backcountry.com/sole-ed-viesturs-signature-edition-footbed?ti=U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHM6c29sZToxOjE6c29sZQ ). BC does not sell Intuition liners but check them out here: https://intuitionliners.com/the-liners/ Mity

Great material, got a large for my 33 waist. Only grip is that the cuffs are too wide. These are great if you are tired of dealing with full length thermals because you don't have to worry about fitting them under or over your socks.

Got a large in Magma. Size L is perfect for me 5'10 175. The fabric is awesome. The color rocks. Only one gripe: Strange snaps on a piece of fabric under the collar that are supposed to turn this polo into a turtle neck. Besides looking weird and being useless that piece of fabric does not stay put and keeps flipping out. I am just going to cut it off.

Got the Black Lagoon Polarized Gray Gradiant. They rock, light, good coverage. Nice to be able to have lighter vision when you look down and darker on top. Would recommend to anyone. They look good too! .